ThingMagic Astra - Manual (Page 27)

Networking the Reader
Astra User Guide 27
Using Power Over Ethernet (PoE)
Another way of powering up the Astra Reader is to use a single Ethernet cable that is
connected to a Power over Ethernet (PoE) network. In this configuration, the power
converter that is supplied with the Astra Reader is not used.
To power up the Astra Reader over a PoE network:
1. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Astra Reader
2. Connect the other end to a certified PoE port.
ThingMagic recommends using a PowerDsine 3006 or similar PoE Hub.
Note
You must use the Ferrite Bead included with the Astra Reader when powering-up
the Reader over a PoE network. For proper operation, you must install the Ferrite
Bead on the Ethernet cable at the end closest to the Astra Reader, as shown in
Figure 10 . For proper installation, the Ferrite Bead should not be more than two
inches away from the connector
Figure 10: Ferrite Bead
W A R N I N G !
When using PoE as a power source, the PoE must be supplied by a UL Listed
ITE device.
W A R N I N G !
When using PoE as a power source the unit cannot be connected to an Ethernet
network with outside plant routing, including a campus environment. The
network must be contained within a single building.